Doosan DVF Series User manual

AWC
(Automatic Workpiece Changer System)
Operation / User Manual
VMCTOPEAWC18B
DVF Series


INTRODUCTION
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CONTENTS
Part 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...............2
1. General ........................................................................................... 3
2. Machine Installation....................................................................... 4
3. Power Supply................................................................................. 4
4. Setup............................................................................................... 5
5. Automatic operation...................................................................... 7
6. Operation stop ............................................................................... 8
7. Completion of Machining & Power shutoff.................................. 8
8. Inspection/Adjustment/Maintenance............................................ 9
Part 2 GENERAL.....................................10
1. Introduction.................................................................................. 10
1.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 10
1.2 Automatic Workpiece Changer (AWC)................................................. 10
2. AWC Power Switch...................................................................... 11
2.1 Layout of power switches..................................................................... 11
2.2 Power switch control............................................................................ 11
Part 3 OPERATION.................................12
1. Basic Operation of Automatic Workpiece Changer (AWC)....... 12
1.1 AWC Screen Components................................................................... 13
1.2AWC OP Panel Functions....................................................................19
2. Detailed Description of Automatic Workpiece Changer(AWC)
Operation.............................................................................................. 20

2.1 How to operate in the {MAIN} screen of AWC ..................................... 20
2.2 How to operate in the {MANUAL} screen of AWC ............................... 25
2.3 TRANSFER TEACHING Sequence..................................................... 27
2.4 INDEX ORIGIN Sequence................................................................... 28
Part 4 AUTOMATIC OPERATION.......... 29
1. Schedule Operation of Automatic Workpiece Changer (AWC).29
1.1 Summary of the Schedule operation.................................................... 29
1.2 Setup Data Input & Change................................................................. 30
Part 5 AWC ALARM............................... 32
1. Automatic Workpiece Changer Alarm & Countermeasures......32
Part 6 APPENDIX ................................... 36
1. How to load Graphic Panel drawing file .....................................36
2. How to load PLC S/W File using SD Card...................................38
3. Machine Ethernet I/P Setting.......................................................39
4. How to connect machine and equipments.................................45

002 | Part 1
Part 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This machine is equipped with several safety devices to protect the operator and the machine
from unexpected accidents. The operator shall not be overconfident with these safety devices
and shall be fully aware of the safety guidelines given below for safe operation.
This safety guideline and the warning plates attached on the outer surface of the machine
represent only the common dangers expected to occur, not the hazardous factors having
potential dangers to occur.
In this manual, the following warning signs are used to call users' attention to important safety
matters.
Signal word used to indicate an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Signal word used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Signal word used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related
(e.g. messages relating to property damage)

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1. General
(1) Always carry out any of work by the specified procedures after fully acknowledging the
machine specification and its functions.
(2) Plan for the scope and the sequence of each work.
(3) Carry out a work with only the specified number of person by specifying a required
number of persons for the work.
(4) When working with more than two persons, establish a signal method to communicate
each other.
(5) Wear proper protective suit for safety when working.
(6) Clean the machine and its perimeter and keep it in orderly state.
(7) Never touch the switches with a wet hand.
(8) Carry out periodic check, adjustment, and maintenance according to the checklist given
in this manual.
(9) Carry out periodic check on the settings of the machine, but do not change any of them
inadvertently.
(10) Do not randomly disassemble or adjust safety devices and covers.
(11) Turn off power supply whenever working within the perimeter of the machine’s working
area.

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2. Machine Installation
(1) Get yourself familiarized with the contents of the machine’s manual.
(2) Establish a plan of and carry out preventive checks.
(3) When collaborating, establish a signal method to be able to communicate each other.
(4) Check whether all the required equipment and tool are prepared.
(5) Use an authorized equipment and tools.
3. Power Supply
(1) Get yourself familiarized with the contents of the machine’s manual.
(2) Ensure that no obstacle is within the perimeter of the machine operation, which may
interfere with moving parts.
(3) Ensure that the door of the electric cabinet is closed.
(4) Power down due to either blackout or lightening could result in an accident. Therefore,
suspend the power before power supply gets unstable.
(5) If the machine stops its operation due to power failure, immediately cut the main power
supply.
(6) Do not connect or disconnect cables when the power is supplied to the machine or the
machine is working.

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4. Setup
(1) Get yourself familiarized with the contents of the machine’s manual.
(2) Check the settings of all gauges and the conditions of moving parts.
(3) Use hoist or crane when handling a heavy workpiece.
(4) Be careful not to touch the lamp as it is very hot if it has remained ON for a long period
of time.
(5) Be careful not to touch other switches. When using switches on the operation panel,
always look at them.
(6) Ensure that the machine is fully stopped before removing a workpiece.
(7) Do not touch any part of the machine when it is operating. Always ensure that moving
parts are completely stopped before touching them.
(8) When loosening the bolts on the fixture, do it slowly and gradually.
(9) Remove chips and foreign materials from the workpiece and cutting tool before mounting
installing them.
(10) Firmly tighten the workpiece and cutting tools.
(11) Do not leave any tool or device in the inside the machine.

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(12) Check if the setup has been completed.
(13) If set-up condition has changed, check whether it is possible to execute machining
without a problem by operating the machine step by step.
(14) When working with a new settings, check the setting before operation once again.
(15) Do not press the operation panel’s touch screen with hard pointed objects (awl, driver,
pen, etc.,) or with an excessive force. Damage on the screen causes malfunction in
touching action.
(16) Prevent foreign material such as water, liquid, and metallic powder from entering into the
inside of the touch screen panel. It may cause breakage or electric shock.
(17) Prevent foreign material such as water, liquid, and metallic powder from entering into the
inside of the touch screen panel protection sheet. Owing to it, unclear display or
malfunction in touching.
(18) Do not wipe the screen with solvent, scouring agent or steel wool when cleaning the
touch screen panel.
Wipe with a soft cloth.
(19) Do not replace SD Card of the touch screen panel while the power is on (machine is
operating).

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5. Automatic operation
(1) Get yourself familiarized with the contents of the machine’s manual.
(2) Do not lean against the machine during auto operation.
(3) Be careful not to touch other switches.
When using switches on the operation panel, always look at them.
(4) Always close all doors before starting an operation.
(5) Always ensure safety of main shaft rotation, tool exchange, and shaft movement before
starting operations.
(6) Ensure that all switches and moving parts are at the right position before starting an
automatic operation.
(7) When executing a new program, be sure to verify the program in advance. Start a
machining work in a single block mode only when you are sure that there is no bug in the
program. Start an auto operation when you are sure that there is no problem.
(8) Do not touch any part of the machine when it is operating. Always ensure that moving
parts are completely stopped before touching them.
(9) Do not open any door or cover while the machine is operating.
(10) When operating in an automatic mode, be careful not to touch other switches.

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6. Operation stop
(1) Stop operation of the machine immediately by pressing the emergency stop switch when
a problem occurs.
(2) The operator must exactly know the state of the machine according to each stopping
method.
(3) Check if the machine fully stopped.
7. Completion of Machining & Power shutoff
(1) Check if the machine is fully stopped.
(2) Clean the machine.
(3) Stop and leave the machine in a specified position and state.
(4) Shut off the power.
(5) Check if all the power supply switches are turned off.

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8. Inspection/Adjustment/Maintenance
(1) Get yourself familiarized with the contents of the machine’s manual.
(2) Plan for the scope and the sequence of each work.
(3) Carry out a work with only the specified number of person by specifying a required
number of person for the work.
(4) During maintenance work, please put up "Under Maintenance Work" signs around the
vicinity.
(5) When performing a maintenance work, be sure to shut off the power first and attach a
warning sign saying “No Power On” next to the main switch.
(6) When working inside the machine, be sure to turn off the main switch first and attach a
warning sign around the main switch that reads 'Do not turn on the power'.
(7) Do not touch or manipulate electric wires, devices, and/or switches with wet hands.
(8) Use a ladder when working at higher places.
(9) Do not put any tool or part on moving parts.
(10) For a heavier object, work with more than two persons or use a crane.
(11) When using wire ropes or a crane, use the ones with proper specifications for the weight
of the object.
(12) For the replacement of every part, be sure to use genuine parts.

010 | Part 2
Part 2 GENERAL
1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
This manual provides information on operation and manipulation of Automatic Workpiece
Changer (hereinafter “AWC”).
AWC consists of basically 8 work stations.
Compared with the standard equipment of APC(2 pallets), AWC allows longer period of
operation in the auto mode and machines various workpieces using scheduled operation
function.
1.2 Automatic Workpiece Changer (AWC)
Automatic Workpiece Changer System exchanges workpiece through linear and rotation
transfer of the lift in the center and transfers workpiece to the setup station where the operator
can make settings of materials.
AWC provides an auto action through AWC Order screen and a manual action.

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2. AWC Power Switch
2.1 Layout of power switches
2.2 Power switch control
This is a switch to supply power to the Automatic Workpiece
Changer (AWC). You can supply or cut the power to the AWC
using MCCB handle attached to the AWC control panel.
①While the MCCB is ON, OFF or in TRIP position, the control panel door cannot be opened.
When turned to RESET, the door can be opened.
②If MCCB is in TRIP position, you can supply power by turning the switch to OFF and then
ON.
Location of the control panel
at the side of AWC
- AWC Control panel
- MCCB handle for AWC

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Part 3 OPERATION
1. Basic Operation of Automatic Workpiece Changer (AWC)
The symbols used in this manual are described below.
[Main] ; Operation Screen
{Layout} Operation Screen in layout format
{List} Operation Screen in a list format
[Manual] ; Manual Mode Screen
{Manual Mode} Manual Mode Screen
{Pallet Transfer} Manual Workpiece Transfer Screen
{Teaching} Teaching Mode Screen
[Information] ; I/O Signal Check Screen
{Input}; Input Signal Check Screen
{Output}; Output Signal Check Screen
[Setup] ; Setup Screen (Version Information)
{Alarm History} AWC Alarm History Check Screen
{Language} 2 Languages Selection Screen
{User Setup} User Setup Screen

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1.1 AWC Screen Components
AWC Screen consists of the following 4 categories.
- Main Screen, Manual Operation Screen, Information Screen and Setup Screen
(1) AWC Main Screen
- Main Screen consists of VIEW and the LIST.
You can view information on Pallet No., Program No. and Order sequence by pressing
the [Main] button and then {VIEW} or {LIST} button.
1) VIEW :
Animated screen makes it easy to check a schedule information of a workpiece.

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2) LIST :
A screen to enter a workpiece schedule information is provided in a list format.
(2) AWC Manual Operation Screen
Manual Operation Screen consists of jog operation, the workpiece transfer, and teaching
screen.
After pressing the [Manual] button, the sub-screen of jog operation, the workpiece
transfer, and teaching features.
1) JOG Operation :
This is a screen for AWC maintenance and installation. Manual operation for each
driving part of AWC can be done in this screen.

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2) Workpiece Transfer :
This screen is for an easy manual transfer of workpiece.
3) Teaching :
The location of each station of AWC can be set in this screen.
Used when adjusting for the first time.

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(3) AWC Signal Information Screen (I/O state screen)
1) Input: Screen to check input signal of AWC.
2) Output: Screen to check output signal of AWC.
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